Amazing and thankful this place exists along a long lonely road thru NV. Friendly greeting and service with Gas station, restaurant, bar, mini motel (and an airstrip.) Very Clean, rustic but has Updated motel rooms with mini fridge and new beds. Very nice mini soaps. Great staff and service with a cool, well stocked bar, all stuffed full of taxidermy, rocks, and historic bric a brac. Note: The Breakfast burritos were fantastic! Loaded then a nice char on the outside, yum! Coffee kept flowing, I loved it soo much. We took a walk on the airstrip to stretch our legs after a long day of driving. We will drive this stretch again just to pop in here. (they serve local alvord range beef burgers that I need to try next time!) Great hospitality along a very deserted, almost scary how empty stretch of highway. read more

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Considering where Denio Junction is located it was a real treat to have two really good meals. In and Out Burger has absolutely nothing on this place. Nothing! Don't get me wrong I enjoy In and Out but it would take quite a few of those tiny little burgers to equal one of these beauties. And the plate of fries they serve with the burger is as plenty to satisfy you. Now on to the breakfast burritos, and OMG, they are awesome. Way more than enough for one person but once you start in it's hard to hold back and stop. read more

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We last minute stopped here after running out of steam on a road trip, we had low expectations but this place was incredible. The owners are super friendly- they even entertained my crazy old dad that likes to yap, and the food was so freaking fresh and good. Best burger I've ever had. The place is really cute and rustic too. read more

Stopped here to let our dogs out and was pleasantly surprised with the restaurant. Great atmosphere but absolutely phenomenal breakfast burritos. Will definitely be a new pit stop for us when traveling this way! read more

food was great at Denio Junction and the personal was really great and the service was really good. we will for sure be back. The bar and restaurant were very clean and all meals were cooked to perfection Michael J. McVeigh read more

All of the above. The folks that own it and the staff that works there. Amazing. The food and the rooms were perfect for us. We spent Thanksgiving with the team. read more

We were staying at the Alvord Hot Springs and drove here about 55 minutes away and into Nevada to fill up on gas and get breakfast. Service was great and food too, I really enjoyed my breakfast and our little friend at the store/restaurant, there literally is not much around but this place was great for all we needed and great service. read more

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We were traveling from Lakeview, Oregon, to Winnemucca NV on Highway 140 and pulled in to take a break. We went into the store/ cafe and were pleased to find an AWESOME collection of rocks and minerals. Very friendly people, and the owner showed us opals from his mine. As we looked around, we were constantly amazed by his collection from around the world. Our next trip through, we will stay in their nice little motel. This trip, my wife was eyeing many of his rocks, and she regrets not buying some minerals. it is definitely worth the stop! read more

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Beds were amazingly comfortable, better than my own. Food and service A++. Wonderful place in virgin valley. Great place to stay while out exploring or passing through! Opals right down the road. Beautiful sunsets!! Can't wait to go back. read more

This place is an absolute gem do not miss it. The room was very clean and cute and simple and reasonably priced. The breakfast next-door is some of the best breakfast food we have ever had in our life. The staff is very warm, welcoming, and kind - if we could rate it higher, we would. Definitely recommend! read more

Really great place for a relaxing meal in a friendly place in the middle of nowhere! Good food! Lots of cool art and photos and minerals to check out too. Highly recommend stopping here! Thanks Jo for sharing some of the local scoop too read more

Tri tip sandwich and the burger are fantastic/locally sourced/affordable. Stop at this small locally owned gem you won't regret it. Best tri-tip I've ever had. read more

Stopped here for gas having made the big turn west toward Oregon- this is clearly the only game in town for gas, food and drinks. The kitchen smelled great and we were hungry. Gas pump credit card didn't work so had to pay inside. The bartender/ clerk ended up being lovely. Hubby got the PB&J burger and I got the grilled cheese. Food was good if a bit greasy. Pretty sure David Lynch would love to film here. read more

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Denio Junction Restaurant is one of the typical roadhouses that you find while traveling the back country of northern Nevada and eastern Oregon. It's a combination restaurant, gas station, motel, bar, along with a small convenience store, selling all the basics, a few souvenirs, and lots of beer. If you're looking for great food or gas, it would be a great idea to pay them a visit, as they offer the only services for 100 miles in any direction! However, you won't be disappointed with the delicious food, along with the friendly service that Denio Junction Restaurant has to offer... As you enter the restaurant, you'll be greeted by a friendly staff member, and you'll note the small convienience store at the front of the restaurant, and at the rear where you place your order. The full-service bar is to your right. The full-service bar offers any kind of mixed drink your taste can imagine. I'm not much for mixed drinks, but I love the bottled ice-cold beer. A drink cooler is in the rear, where you grab the soft drink of your choice and pay for it at the bar. Hot and cold drinks, smoothies, milkshakes, along with food choices are posted on the wall, at the rear of the restaurant. There is no printed menu, so you make your choice from the posted menu boards. The food menu features breakfast, sides, paninis, burgers, sandwiches and more. The food menu is small, but consider the fact that Denio Junction Restaurant is around 100 miles from any civilization. This is truly remote country! Denio's uses the Nevada version of what I call the "taqueria format," in that you choose your selection from the overhead menu, pay for your order, choose your seat, and your order will be delivered to you when it's ready. "Semi-full" service, if you will, but I always leave a generous tip for friendly and hard-working staff. From the "Breakfast" section of the menu board, I ordered "Chicken Fried Steak and Eggs." The menu simply describes this delicious breakfast as, "Two eggs with chicken fried steak plus hash browns." Such a simple description for an amazing breakfast, 100 miles from the nearest town or restaurant! The foundation of the meal was the chicken fried steak, and it was a good size of steak; I'd guess about 6 ounces, which was perfect for my hungry appetite. Like all good chicken fried steaks, the meat was pounded flat, seasoned, juicy and tender. The meat was battered and deep fried to a golden brown. The batter-to-meat ratio was perfect, so the batter enhanced the steak, rather than overpowered it. The meat was covered with rich, thick country gravy, made in-house, using Penny's secret recipe. The gravy was so thick that you could eat it with a fork, and simply delicious, with lots of chunks of sausage. Penny, the owner and chef, knows how to make a delicious chicken fried steak! The menu listed "Two Eggs" as the first part of the meal, and I always order my eggs fried over easy, and that's how my eggs arrived, over easy, exactly as I ordered them. The trademark of a great chef is how he or she fries eggs, and Denio Junction Restaurant "nailed" my eggs. My breakfast was complete with a helping of hash brown potatoes, perfectly deep fried to a golden brown on the outside, and a chewy white on the inside. My choice of toast was sourdough, and my breakfast arrived with two pieces of sourdough toast, cut in half, and arranged to make a stunning presentation for a wonderful breakfast. My breakfast was simply delicious, as everything was cooked to order, seasoned "just right" and everything worked together for a fantastic breakfast, 100 miles from the nearest restaurant. Denio Junction Restaurant may have a "monopoly" on fine dining in this remote corner of Nevada, but the prices are very fair, the quality and quantity of the food is outstanding, and it's just good food, any way you look at it. Highly recommended! This fine restaurant is 5 stars all the way. When you're in the middle of "nowhere," you owe it to yourself to pay Denio's a visit. read more

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Just the best burger you will find within at least a 200 mile radius maybe further!! If you're in the vicinity of Alvord desert make the trip down to Denio Junction and treat yourself! You will not be disappointed!! read more

Only place to get gas in the area, so I'd recommend that folks fill up. The cafe is decorated with quite the collection of art, rocks, etc. We stayed for some lunch as well - the burgers were fantastic! I'd like to think the beef was local, but really dont know. Great grub and great atmosphere. Next time I'll get a shake too. read more

Thank you Denio Jct for being available out in the middle of no where. Your hamburgers are great, your beer was cold and staff was friendly. And love having a hot shower after a long day of hunting. read more

Stopped here for dinner and to stay the night on a backroad trip (and shortcut) from Medford, OR to Winemucca NV to pick up route 80 east. So glad we did. The other comments are right on. When traveling we look for and relish those out-of-way stopovers that have real personality - that rare authentic feel, rich character, and kind and personable hosts, along with comfortable accommodations and good food. This place had it all and we really enjoyed getting to know the hosts, their story, and the gem and mineral background of the area. If traveling is more than just getting from point A to point B but a reason to gather experiences and make memories, then you don't want to miss this on your journey! read more

This place is awesome. Excellent burgers! Best I've had in years! Service was fast and efficient with very hospitable employees! The cafe/ bar is very warm and has a friendly atmosphere. I highly recommend this place! read more

After a long day hunting dinner was everything we could have asked for. Friendly service. I had the tri-tip sandwich and fries. The fries were piping hot and the cook did not skimp with the tri-tip. My husband had a bacon burger and fries. Both meals were great. read more

What a gem, after long hours of driving we decided on staying at Denio Junction, we called ahead, which is smart because there are only 6 rooms and it fills up fast, we lucked out. With no other accommodations near by (Winnemucca being the closest), We had a room reasonably priced and a small additional charge for our dog. The stay includes breakfast at 8am and a drink with chips for your room. The rooms were rustic but clean and cozy. The WiFi in the room is spotty and be mindful of your neighbors as the walls are thin but everyone was considerate of that. After a delicious dinner at their eclectic cafe we retreated to our room and slept for 11 hours straight! We enjoyed an amazing breakfast, but beware the portions are large. The chef is outstanding, the service is incredibly friendly and accommodating. I usually feed my dog little treats off the table (I know bad habit) but this time he was out of luck because I had a hard time sharing such delicious food. Denio Junction offers some groceries, full bar, breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and 24/7 gas and diesel, that price is high but again, it will be a while before your next stop and can therefor be a life saver (So top off if needed). So plan your next trip to include a stop at Denio Junction, you will be happy you did! We highly recommend this little gem in the middle of nowhere. read more

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Outrageously overpriced gas, because they are in the middle of nowhere! Plan your route better than we did and make sure to avoid at all costs! I refused to even set foot in the convenience store, since they basically bleed you dry at the pump! And then, they charge your credit card $100, which is pending in your bank account for several days before showing what you actually paid. The owners should be ashamed. Never again! read more

The reviewers poo-pooing this place are spoiled "city folk". This place is IN THE MIDDLE OF NOWHERE. You are lucky to have it! Anyway... Everyone was nice and the "Famous Denio Burger" is great! People should appreciate the little things in life and the slower pace outside the confines of a city. read more

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Great service - all of the employees I dealt with were kind, helpful and honestly seemed to care about every person who walked through the door. Burger was terrific, sandwich lacked a little turkey volume but I like a lot of turkey. :) Honestly, the only 'issue' is that I asked for fries with one and tots on the other and got a fries all-round. But they were good fries sooooooo. Took some time to get our order but it was made fresh. Nice covered area out front to eat on a hot day. Realized too late they offer a "Shake Surprise". Shoulda gotten one!! p.s. Diesel & Petrol, both cheaper than Fields at the time and easier to manage a big rig around. Food was less expensive too and the place was a ghost town while Fields was a madhouse. (I love Fields, we hit that another day and were spreading the love on our way out of the area.) read more

We had dinner at the junction for "taco tuesday". YUMMM Pork or chicken.Delicious! We should all join there on tuesdays! Help your Small businesses in Denio! read more

In April 2024, we enjoyed a great week in the northwestern corner of Nevada. The Denio Junction has great food offerings and excellent service. The owner is a rock hound and we enjoyed sharing and learning about the area and its geology. The site was easy to find, with easy parking and fuel available. read more

I parked the KTM next to a cottonwood tree. Two small goats were chomping the sparse grass while above the goats three or four nighthawks were dozing on a branch. Inside were a half dozen customers at the bar and cafe tables. After I ordered an Ortega burger, the place was overrun by local residents, motorcyclists, trailer people and miscellaneous other travelers--probably more people than lived with 10 miles of the place. To avoid the traffic-generated dust, a large black and white sheepdog left its place in the shade and came inside to lie down nearby. My burger was 1/2 lb. of fresh ground beef on a long bun with pepper jack cheese and the pepper. The steak fries were a little oily but okay. It was a big meal for less than $10. read more

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I live across the street ( not the RV place, next door) he makes the greatest breakfast burritos in the world!!!

A true oasis! What an amazing place in the middle of nowhere. Except that nowhere includes awesome hot springs. Loved exploring this area and this place topped it off. It is bustling with locals and people passing through. Friendly, clean, good food, cold beer, gas and even some cute souvenirs. It is now managed by the cutest couple from Portland OR. I think the bad reviews were from when the owners ran it. read more

Enjoyed a great atmosphere, very friendly hosts. We enjoyed some awesome bacon burgers with fries included!!! Enjoyed the friendly the two dogs as assistant hosts. Very reasonable and will definitely return for more. Rick and Pam read more

There is definitely gas here as of December 2, 2017. While exploring the backcountry of northwestern Nevada with two fellow adventuresses, we stopped here for gas -- but when we found out they had free WiFi, we hung out in the restaurant area for awhile to check email, as we had been out in the backcountry with no cell signal for a few days. The woman running the bar was very friendly, inviting us to stay as long as we wanted. I guess maybe she was lonely, because before you could say "Norman Bates" she had brought over a Bloody Mary and a Coors Banquet beer, and offered them to my girlfriends at no charge -- apparently she just wanted to make drinks. Alas, because we were driving, we couldn't accept...and had to decline the free booze. But in retrospect, maybe it was for the best -- for all I know there was roofies in them there drinks, and our heads would soon be stuffed and mounted on the wall behind the bar, along with all the other deer, elk and city slickers unfortunate enough to have passed through this lonely windswept outpost. Either way, I would DEFINITELY stop here again. Fascinatingly desolate little outpost in a fascinatingly desolate part of the country...and free drinks! read more

Let me just tell you something. We drove 100 miles to get a hamburger here and I am not even exaggerating one little bit- we were already in the boon docks but it was 100 miles from paradise valley. Who cares right!!!! What a terrific Burger. It was my second time there and it was just as good as the first. The people that work here and so fun and the bar looks like a blast if you are into hanging out. Great place to stop and eat or if you just feel like taking a long drive to eat lunch. A girl gets hungry out there Coyote hunting you know.... read more

Sweet people, clean rooms and good country food. They helped us with a flat tire, invited us to a private pot luck and made us feel at home. What more can you ask?! read more

It was exactly as expected. The new owners as of 2017 will likely be the ones to serve you. Excellent burgers and beer. I wish more places were like this one! If you are expecting Wolfgang Puck's or McDonalds, just keep driving. If you want good country food in the middle of no where that is served with a smile, stop here. And yes, they now have gas. read more

We stopped here hoping to get food. The inside was a bit dim, lighting wise. When my boyfriend and I were greeted by a woman (waitress, owner, not sure) we smiled and said hello and I asked her if we could eat (there were a few booths and no signs saying to seat ourselves, etc so I wanted to make sure their kitchen was open) and she went on a 2 minute tirade pointing out the booths and the menu and the apparently three signs stating they were open (I saw zero signs). After she finished she stormed away and I looked at my boyfriend and said "Nope" and we left immediately. Not sure what her issue was, but I hope she remedies it. My boyfriend and I love small diners and their location is remote, I don't think they can afford to treat patrons that way. read more

Rude as hell. Just keep driving We stopped to get a rest. One little restaurant in the middle of nowhere in the desert. Locals were extremely rude and said we kicked up dust by going 10 miles an hour and the wind was blowing it at them. Uh.... desert dumbass.... and this is the ONLY building out here and surrounded by miles and miles of dusty ass desert. Impossible to avoid dust if the wind is blowing. If I hadn't been driving for six hours and I wasn't starving I would have kept going the extra 110 miles to the next town. Waitress was nice and at least smiled. Just remember the locals hate you so don't stop and expect them to be hospitable. read more

Everything was good except the owner Bud likes to lie about his customers to other people. This establishment won't get my business in the future. Integrity goes a long way in life. I feel sorry for his employees. read more

We went checking out hot springs. Stopped here to grab a bite. The staff was very friendly. Amazing Bloody Mary. I forget her name. Out in the middle no where good food. We ended up staying on the motel. Enjoyed the stay. Woke up to roosters no need to set an alarm lol and goats roaming. Highly recommend read more

This is a great place. Period. The folks in the bar could not be nicer. Arranged for a trailer tire delivery from Winnemucca. Someone was going and didn't mind bringing it back. Gave them 20 bucks for their trouble. Good food in the bar. Cold beer. Liquor. Nice people. Stayed in the hotel on NY Eve. Had been camping for several days in COLD weather. We liked it. A lot. Support these folks. read more

The bar wasn't bad! I kind of liked it. Lots of people just passing through, looking to murder someone, I am sure. Me and my dad just drank beer and eyeballed everyone. He walked me to the bathroom, if that is any indication of the creeply level here. How exciting! Also, I pumped my own gas. Hellloo Oregonian! read more